The Lakes Travel Guide
Sarasota
Visit The Lakes
Things to do
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
฿1,841
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
฿2,176
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
฿3,648
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
฿1,975
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
฿4,879
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
฿2,176
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in The Lakes
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is ฿1,555 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿1,555
฿2,481 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is ฿5,699 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,699
฿7,392 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,407 reviews)
"awesome team specially bartending and waitress out side pool. they are a hard working people."
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026
Lido Beach Resort
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
The price is ฿11,085 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿11,085
฿14,049 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,029 reviews)
"The hotel, services, and staff were excellent. Unfortunately, the beach was not good due to Storm Bertha, which brought rough surf, but this was not the hotel's fault."
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿5,127 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿5,127
฿6,669 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,695 reviews)
"The property is really cute. Three adults were comfortable with two beds and a memory foam pull out couch. The beach is a half block away, and good restaurants were a block away. There is a free trolley that runs up and down the beach. The check in process was really a pain. We didn't all arrive ..."
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is ฿3,695 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿3,695
฿4,175 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,274 reviews)
"Air conditioning, l couldn't not off the shower, noise at 2 am out the hallway. That was terrible. No start!!"
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
202 North Tamiami Trail Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,239 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,239
฿6,863 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,714 reviews)
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in The Lakes
Find the best The Lakes areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Lido Key
Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.
South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Florida Studio Theatre.
Palmer Ranch
While there might not be top attractions in Palmer Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Sarasota Square.
